Published 07:28 IST, October 18th 2019
John Abraham: The most-loved action films of the versatile actor
John Abraham is known for his work in various critically acclaimed films. Here are John's five action films that were loved by the audience and the critics.
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John Abraham is loved across the country for his work in various films in the Bollywood film industry. The actor is mainly seen in films of the comedy and action genres. John Abraham made his debut with the film Jism, which released in the year 2003. He is known for his features in films like Dostana, Desi Boys, and Welcome Back. Even though he is looked upon by the fans for his acting in comedy films, the actor is considered the ruler of action films by many. Here are five films of the actor that are critically acclaimed for their plot and performances.
Best action films of John Abraham
1. Dhoom (2004)
John Abraham played the antagonist in the 2004 super hit film, Dhoom. The films also featured actors like Abhishek Bachchan and Uday Chopra in pivotal roles. The film was directed by Sanjay Gadhvi and produced by the late Yash Chopra. The film created such an impact on the audience that more films were added on to the series.
2. Force (2011)
John Abraham played the role of a police officer in this film. He was established as an action hero by critics after this film. It starred actors like Genelia D’Souza and Vidyut Jammwal. The film was directed by Nishikant Kamat and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah. The film is mentioned even today as amongst the best action films of the era.
3. Shootout at Wadala (2013)
Shootout at Wadala was based on the first-ever registered encounter by the Mumbai Police. The film was directed by Sanjay Gupta and produced by Ekta Gupta. The film stars prominent celebrities like Anil Kapoor, Manoj Bajpayee, and Tusshar Kapoor. The film was critically acclaimed and was loved by people for its raw showcase of the encounter.
4. Madras Cafe (2013)
This film revolved around the life of an Indian intelligence agent who is on a mission. The film did not do very well at the box office but gained a set of fans who talk about the film even today. The film was critically acclaimed and was the talk of the town when it released. The film has been directed by Shoojit Sircar and produced by Ronnie Lahiri.
5. Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran (2018)
Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran is considered one of the best films of 2018. The film talks about the confidential nuclear test that was held in Pokhran. The film stars actors like John Abraham, Boman Irani, and Diana Penty in significant roles. The film was described as an absolute masterpiece by some critics.
Updated 17:41 IST, October 18th 2019